Wednesday, December 30, 2015

Towing: The Ultimate Gauge of a Tough Truck.



Getting heavy-duty equipment to your jobsite just got easier. Especially when your equipment weighs in the neighborhood of 12,000 pounds.

F-150 provides Best-In-Class Towing* with it’s 3.0L EcoBoost Ti-VCT V6 Engine**. Watch as Master Rigger, Sean Riley demonstrates Ford F-150 capability as it tows a giant excavator to the location of a fire-ravaged garage designated for demolition. Along the way, he also shows us how easy it is to line up hitch and trailer with the Dynamic Hitch Assist feature.

Wednesday, December 23, 2015

Cruise Around In A Ford Focus



In the third episode of In Focus, indie rockers Alexis Krauss of Sleigh Bells and Bethany Cosentino of Best Coast discuss the transformative nature of performing, the awesome responsibility of instilling confidence in others and what kind of legacy they want to leave behind, all in the sporty Ford Focus. Produced by Pitchfork.

Friday, December 18, 2015

A 1965 Mustang Returns Home 50 Years Later



It was love at first sight when Terry Maxfield spotted a Caspian Blue Mustang at Loudon Motors in Minerva, Ohio, back in 1965. Their affair lasted through five decades, countless memorable moments and a cross-country move to Arizona.

Recently, worried that the Mustang would deteriorate in her exposed carport, Terry had a great idea: She would return the vintage car to the dealership where she purchased it. Greg Loudon, who was only 5 when Terry bought the car from his father, was now in charge. Stunned at its incredible condition, Loudon purchased the Mustang back—but insists he’s just storing it for Terry. She’s allowed to visit the beloved showroom centerpiece whenever she likes.

Monday, December 14, 2015

Ford Dynamic Shuttle



Ford is launching a new on-demand Dynamic Shuttle service for Dearborn, Mich.-based employees this month, providing a new mobility solution featuring smart-hailing technology with premium customized mini-buses.

• Ford is piloting its Dynamic Shuttle service as part of the Ford Smart Mobility plan, offering Dearborn, Mich.-based employees on-demand ride-sharing on campus

• Ford applied customer insights from emerging economies around the world, developing a software and customized Ford Transit with free Wi-Fi, USB charging and ample storage space

• Ford’s technology team created Dynamic Shuttle in-house, including the algorithm that makes the technical platform possible. Lessons from the Dearborn pilot could help Ford expand the service, including to delivery companies and emergency medical transportation

Friday, December 11, 2015

How To Handle Heavy, Fragile Cargo In One Load.



Best-in-Class Payload* feels even more effective when you know your cargo is well secured. See how Sean Riley lends a hand to a crew that specializes in window restoration of 19th century buildings.

The cargo is not only fragile and irreplaceable but it’s also heavy. Sean demonstrates how well the 2016 Ford F-150 handles the weight with unmatched payload capability and how well the cargo can be organized with the available class-exclusive BoxLink™ system.

Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Post-Apocalyptic Movie Extras Know Extras – Like the Fuel Efficiency of the 2016 Ford Focus



Whether it’s on a movie set or out on the town, the 2016 Ford Focus makes a great companion. Who better to talk about its amazing extra features like great fuel economy and a spacious interior than a professional movie extra?

EPA-estimated rating of 26 city/38 highway/30 combined mpg 2.0L Ti-VCT I4 with PowerShift six-speed automatic with selectshift transmission. Actual mileage will vary.

Saturday, December 5, 2015

Backing Up A Trailer Can Be As Easy As Turning A Knob



Equipped with Class-Exclusive Pro Trailer Backup Assist,TM the Ford F-150 can help you put your trailer exactly where you want it.

In this demonstration, Master Rigger Sean Riley brings a Ford F-150 to a group of guys who specialize at felling trees in narrow spaces. The precision they gain from Pro Trailer Backup AssistTM allows them to back a heavily loaded trailer down a difficult path through a densely wooded area.

Wednesday, December 2, 2015

2016 Ford Explorer Platinum | Ebony Interior



Customers of popular, new 2016 Ford Explorer Platinum can now select an elegant Ebony Black interior in addition to the already-available Medium Soft Ceramic.

Interior changes include Ebony Black seats, door panels, pillars and headliner.